Tone Profile

Bright and jangly, with a clean but slightly overdriven character that provides warmth and sustain. It's a classic British Invasion rhythm guitar sound.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The Beatles were known for using Vox AC30 amplifiers which contributed to their signature sound.
• Multiple guitars were often recorded and layered to thicken the overall sound.
• The Neumann U67 was a popular choice for recording guitars at Abbey Road Studios during this period.

Recreation Tips

• Use a hollow-body guitar with single-coil pickups to capture the initial jangly tone.
• Set the Vox AC30 to a clean but slightly driven setting to get that warm, overdriven sound.
• Experiment with microphone placement to find the sweet spot that captures the amp's natural tone.
• Double-track the guitar part and pan the tracks slightly to create a wider stereo image.

Recommended Gear

• Gretsch Tennessean(guitar)
• Vox AC30(amp)
• Neumann U67(mic)